Evaluating an intermittent compression system for thromboembolism prophylaxis.
Patients undergoing orthopaedic or trauma surgery are at high risk of venous thromboembolism, which can lead to deep-vein thrombosis and other complications. However, it is well known that incidence can be greatly reduced with prophylaxis. This article reports on the trial of a new intermittent pneumatic compression device.
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